Bosch RA1181 Benchtop Router Table

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Bosch's RA1181 Router Table offers a durable and versatile router work bench fit for the pros. Featuring a solid die-cast aluminum top and pre-dilled router mounting plate, the RA1181 is capable of using a variety of fixed base routers while providing precise and accurate results on any workpiece.

A lot of features for the money eg aluminum top and plate, fence, feather boards, stop switch. Assembly was straightforward, it took me ~2 hrs, considerable time spent on leveling the router plate.Improvement needed: 1)Mitre slot is slightly wider than .75in, my standard mitre gauge and feather boards need to be shimmed to fit snuggly, 2)The spacers used with the supplied feather boards and bit guard are a pain because they are not afixed to the said equipment eg if you need to remove the bit guard the spacers will fall off their bolts, 3)When used in the horizontal position (mitre slot), the feather boards are secured by bolts that go through slotted holes in the bottom of the mitre slot, so you are constrained wrt their position.

I use this for general home projects. I wanted a sturdy, safe and precise bench for my Dewalt router and this is precisely what I wanted. I did expect metal sides, but the heavy gauge plastic should give long life.

I like this table, and it was easy to put together and use. Like some have commented the table top is somewhat warped. The first one I got was about 1/16th of an inch low on one side. CPO was really good about sending me out another one, and that one was less warped, and I decided to keep it largely because for this price I figured it was a good deal. So far I haven't noticed any problems because of the warpage, but I hope I don't come to regret this in the future. Surprisingly, when I called Bosch about this, they said that the table has been discontinued and no parts are available for it, even though it's still listed for sale on their website. Go figure.

Average Product, Easy to assemble, Storage Pocket falls out. Thought it was German made, not so. Made in [*]. Disappointed. Router Base plate is not perfectly flat. Have to do several adjustments to make almost perfect cuts. Nothing perfect about this item. For the average do-it yourselfer i would recommend this. For the professionals, suggest you look elsewhere

So many good things to say, but one of the best things is the ability to level the mounting plate with the rest of the table. This avoids so many problems while working. Unit is well built, reasonably priced, and sits high above the competition. Little extras like a cord wrap and storage pouch show a great deal of thought went into the design. You would have to spend another 4 - 5 -$600 to improve on this design. Very useful, very functional, very user friendly. A great product.

I used it with my Porter & Cable router and it connected effortlessly. I then used it to rout edges on picture framing stock to countersink a backing material so it would be recessed. It was very easy to use and did a perfect job.

I bought this benchtop router for my production of a product I am selling retail. My prior 35 years in construction have proven to me the dependability of Bosch products. My new ventue requires the heavy use of a router. Once again Bosch passed the test. This router package does it all, from the heavy duty table surface, the rigid fence and stout router motor w variable speed (a must when using hardwoods and soft woods with 4/4 and 5/4 material). I did not use the legs provided but instead made my own base cabinet and simply bolted the table top to it.Im locked and loaded ready for my customers!!!!!

I wanted a small bench top router without the need for a second mortgage, the RA1181 fitted the bill. The table arrived a few days after my order was placed. Great starter table to learn on and has not disappointed so far. Easy set up if you take your time and follow the instructions and was ready made to accept my Bosch 1617EVS router.

I am a pretty confident and capable do-it-yourselfer but am a little green when it comes to routers. The table was easy to assemble and all parts were included. My lack of experience caused me a bit of frustration when I tried to level the router plate to the table but after trial and error I got it dialed in.I used the table to to some inlay work on some small boxes I made and they turned out beautifully. I also cut several rabbet joints which all came out even and straight.Some may not like the durable plastic legs but I like them because of the weight savings since I mounted it to a flip over style work bench.I would definitely recommend this product and CPO to anyone looking for a no hassle tool purchase.

I have a Bosch 1617EVSPK combination router, have used it for several projects - medicine cabinets in which the shelves go into slots, hinge mortising for three new bedroom doors (with a door hinge mortising kit), and a mounting base for a Hanukkah menorah made from an old wooden hockey stick. I realized after these that some of them would have been a lot easier with a router table, so got this one. It was easy to assemble except for leveling the mounting plate, which is pretty tricky. I still don't have it quite right, but it works fine at this point, having just done a bunch of rabbeting for a table frame. It is a pleasure to use. I was able to insert and change router bits without removing the router or the mounting plate from the table. The wrenches get in from under the table and the bit drops in from the top. Height adjustment was really easy. If you position the router on the plate the right way, there is a hole in the plate that aligns with the access to height adjustment from the top of the table. The 1617EVS router comes with a T-wrench for this. No extra accessories needed. The fixed base works just fine. Two things could be better, otherwise it would get five stars. The dust collection port is not too effective, and lots of chips accumulate under the table and off to the side, but it is not a big problem, just a little extra cleanup when you are done. Also, it would be nicer if the switch would be on the right side of the front panel instead of the left, since that would make getting the wrenches in position easier. Nice addition to a very small shop, only about 110 square feet, but I found a spot for it.

I have been waiting for this for a long time. CPO's excellent offer was very hard to pass. Shipment was received after three days. I read many reveiws about this excellent router table but after putting it together I can confirm that this is the perfect product for me. Instructions were easy to follow, very well built and feels sturdy and robust. For someone who does a lot of DIY project around the house, I can say undoubtedly that it is the best router table that anyone one can buy without breaking the bank.

By far the best job site table I have owned. While truly accurate fence adjustment is a bit difficult to micro-adjust, the unit works very well for milling moldings & doors on site. I would strongly suggest this table to anyone for field use.

The product is great but most importantly the customer service was amazing. I ordered this as a birthday present for my husband and I called to get help regarding the product and shipping and the person that helped me was so helpful and great. Will definitely order products through you again and again AND I'm telling everyone how great my experience was with you.

Excellent size and setup for a small (400sf) shop. I built a special workbench so I can "drop in" the router table. When not in use, it can be easily removed and replaced with a removable section of workbench top. Excellent value!

Bought this to complement the Bosch 1617EVS combo. Works great. Stable base, large table. With supplied shims (1/16" the each) under left fence, can use as jointer for small projects. Not having a table saw yet, I needed to reduce a 2 ft length of red oak by 1/2" in width. With fence set up for jointing and using 1/2" straight bit, three passes with both shims in place (1/8") and two passes with one produce a perfect 3" wide peice.

I was debating on either getting this model or the other Bosch model that is a cabinet style with mdf table instead of this high quality aluminum table. So glad I got this one instead. It's cheaper AND more durable. Yes the legs are plastic, but this is some thick plastic that wouldn't chip unless you literally drop the entire table.

I purchased this table with the Bosch 1617EVS router to go with it. Having already had a Dewalt router I did not want to have to keep removing it from the table. I also figured that being a Bosch table they would compliment each other well. I was correct. The router mounts up perfectly with the table and the ease of being able to use the included hex key to adjust height is amazingly simple. I was very impressed with the quality of the table as I had my doubts being a plastic frame. To my surprise it is very durable and well built, as well as coming with many accessories including two feather boards. Very pleased with the combination.

fastener color codeing would have made assembly easier. instruction for under table mount was not the same in the table and mount instructions. under table cord management needs work. Had extra parts and have not learned were they go yet.

Very nicely detailed - table is aluminum but base is plastic. Easier to make than metal, and it's heavy plastice, but it is plastic and limits the stress this can take, and possibly lifetime as plastic gets brittle. Fence is composition board, will absorb moisture. Probably will make an aluminum fence over time. Operationally perfect though -- maybe I'm just old fashioned.

This is a decent piece of equipment, but I think they could have done better on the feather boards. The way they attach to the workbench is way more trouble than they need to be. Aftermarket feather boards are a lot easier to use. That's my only criticism so far.

Easy to assemble; Very good work surface; Very good fence materials; Overall good design for the $. Nice accessories with the table for a respectable price. The legs are a little too flexible if you put much weight on them....if so, mount the table to a wooden base and the problem is solved. Then clamp it all to a stout stand or work bench. A great table to learn on or grow on and use at home or remote locations. Use your imagination and work out any bugs or shortcomings with your on ideas......and enjoy this table for the purpose it was intended.

BEST ANSWER:If you go to the Bosch Tools factory website, you can download the usermanual for this router table, and on page 14 is a schematic of thebaseplate. The next page shows known compatible routers‹and there are RyobiR161 and R162 routers listed. Perhaps you can go to the Ryobi factorywebsite, and see if the baseplate of the R163 matches the R161 or R162, andthat should answer your question.

BEST ANSWER:If you go to the Bosch Tools factory website, you can download the usermanual for this router table, and on page 14 is a schematic of thebaseplate. The next page shows known compatible routers‹and there are RyobiR161 and R162 routers listed. Perhaps you can go to the Ryobi factorywebsite, and see if the baseplate of the R163 matches the R161 or R162, andthat should answer your question.

I bought theRA 1181 router bench table with the 1617 router and I cannot match the holes up to mount the router or the holder to the plate on the bench top. These are compatible correct? Can you send me a better diagram because when I follow the instructions nothing matches up....Thanks

Your two router tables are so similar that it is difficult to choose. I see the slight specification differences but there must be some intention behind making two similar products. Do they accept different routers? Are there subtle feature differences? Is one a higher quality tool than the other?

BEST ANSWER:Here are links to both of the manuals. You can see the difference and similarities in the tables:RA1181:http://demandware.edgesuite.net/aaea_prd/on/demandware.static/Sites-Bosch-Site/Sites-cpo-master-catalog/default/v1392806572776/product_media/bsh/bshnra1181/documents/bshnra1181_manual%20and%20Parts%20List.pdf

BEST ANSWER:Here are links to both of the manuals. You can see the difference and similarities in the tables:RA1181:http://demandware.edgesuite.net/aaea_prd/on/demandware.static/Sites-Bosch-Site/Sites-cpo-master-catalog/default/v1392806572776/product_media/bsh/bshnra1181/documents/bshnra1181_manual%20and%20Parts%20List.pdf

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Robert Bosch Tool Corporation ("Seller") warrants to the original purchaser only, that all BOSCH portable and benchtop power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete portable or benchtop power tool product, transportation prepaid, to any BOSCH Factory Service Center or Authorized Service Station. For Authorized BOSCH Power Tool Service Stations, please refer to your phone directory.

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